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South Korea's Supreme Court Rules on Legal Confiscation of Bitcoin Stored on Exchanges
South Korea's Supreme Court rules Bitcoin on exchanges can be legally seized, affirming digital assets as seizure targets in criminal investigations.
Ripple's Reece Merrick Clarifies XRP's Regulatory Position Amid Price Surge
Ripple's exec Reece Merrick clarifies XRP's regulatory status, confirming it as a non-security, despite ongoing calls for clearer crypto regulations in the U.S.
New DAC8 Regulations Enhance Crypto Oversight in the EU, Affecting Self-Custody Withdrawals
The EU's DAC8 crypto tax rules, effective January 1, 2026, require platforms to report KYC and transaction data, impacting self-custody withdrawals.
Concerns About Crypto Sparked Ahead of India's Upcoming Budget
India's tax authorities echo RBI's concerns on crypto, citing tracking challenges ahead of the Union Budget, as scrutiny on digital assets intensifies.
Vietnam Plans Mid-January Approval for First Regulated Crypto Exchanges
Vietnam aims for a mid-January 2026 launch of pilot crypto exchange licenses, enhancing regulation and transparency in the digital asset market.
Florida Proposes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve to Invest Up to 10% of State Funds in Cryptocurrency
Florida's proposed bills aim to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, allowing up to 10% of state funds to be invested in Bitcoin and crypto ETFs.
Fireblocks Expands Its Portfolio with $130 Million Acquisition of TRES, a Crypto Accounting Platform
Fireblocks acquires crypto accounting firm TRES for $130M, enhancing tax compliance support for institutional clients in the digital asset space.
New Yield-Generating Stablecoin Introduced in Brazil by Ex-Central Bank Director
Explore BRD, a new yield-bearing stablecoin pegged to the Brazilian real, designed to give global investors access to Brazil's high interest rates.
World Liberty Financial, Trump Family's Crypto Venture, Pursues National Bank Charter
World Liberty Financial, linked to the Trump family, seeks a national bank charter to enhance its crypto operations and streamline services in digital finance.
Wyoming Launches Innovative 'Frontier Stable Token' - A Historic State-Issued Cryptocurrency
Wyoming's Frontier Stable Token, U.S.'s first state-issued stablecoin, now available. Yield options are under consideration. Learn more about its launch.
Operation Against Alleged Crypto Fraudster: Leader Arrested in Cambodia Amid $12 Billion Bitcoin Investigations
Chen Zhi, alleged mastermind of a $12 billion crypto scam, arrested in Cambodia for wire fraud and money laundering involving forced labor in fraud schemes.
Iran Dives into Cryptocurrency for Arms Trade Amid Sanctions Concerns
Iran is now accepting cryptocurrency for weapon sales in a bid to circumvent international sanctions, despite skepticism about this approach's effectiveness.
JPMorgan Takes Bold Step by Launching JPM Coin on Canton Blockchain
JPMorgan Chase is launching its JPM Coin on the Canton Network, enabling quick financial transactions while protecting sensitive data. This marks a significant shift…
Controversial Treasury Authority Proposal Stirs Debate Among Lawmakers on Crypto Regulation
U.S. lawmakers' push to expand Treasury authority over DeFi protocols sparks backlash, raising concerns about privacy and due process in crypto regulations.
Cometh and Everstake Join Forces to Simplify Fiat-to-Crypto Staking for EU Institutions
Everstake partners with Cometh to enable EU institutions to seamlessly stake crypto assets while integrating fiat directly from bank accounts.
RAKBank Gets Green Light from UAE Central Bank for Dirham-Stablecoin Initiative
RAKBank gains Central Bank approval to issue a dirham-pegged stablecoin, advancing the UAE's regulated digital currency landscape.
Community Bankers Urge Legislative Revisions to the GENIUS Act Amid Emerging Crypto Regulations
Community banks urge Congress to amend the GENIUS Act, addressing stablecoin loopholes that may harm traditional lending and deposit stability.
Senator Tim Scott Moves Forward with Crucial Crypto Legislation Vote Amid Ongoing Negotiations
Senate Republicans set a crucial vote for a crypto market structure bill, highlighting ongoing divides over key regulatory issues amid bipartisan negotiations.
Maine Settles With Bitcoin Depot for $1.9 Million to Compensate Scam Victims
Maine settles with Bitcoin Depot for $1.9 million to compensate scam victims linked to cryptocurrency ATMs, enhancing consumer protections.
Setback for U.S. Cryptocurrency Regulation as Comprehensive Market Structure Bill Delayed Until 2027
U.S. crypto regulation faces a significant delay as the market structure bill may not pass until 2027, leaving firms in regulatory uncertainty.
